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Rio Bravo Construction
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Serving Stone Mountain, GA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Balderas and his team did a phenomenal job with my deck repairs. They quickly replaced the loose boards and pointed out other areas where the deck needed improvement. Mr. Balderas and his team exceeded my expectations. I look forward to working with him again soon!"
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bathroom remodel

+85

Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Ben Forrest Painting
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Serving Stone Mountain, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1962

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ben was a pleasure to work with. He was very consistent with details. Very open to any of my suggestions and was able to address any concerns I had throughout the entire project. My porch and deck looks awesome. Very pleased with his work."
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House paint
Roof soft wash
Paint brick
Custom colors

+8

Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ericks Painting Company, Inc.
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Serving Stone Mountain, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ericks Co has worked on my 121-year-old house with services of exterior painting, deck staining, rot wood repair, window and screen repair (including reglazing), and pressure washing. His crew does exceptional work with great pricing. Erick is honest and has been punctual with projects. Hes my go to guy especially executing quality work with my old house which is the ultimate test for any contractor."
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+218

Response time1 hour
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Mr. Handyman of South Gwinnett County
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Serving Stone Mountain, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Mr. Handyman of South Gwinnett County is proud to be a locally owned and operated business. With years of experience and unmatched expertise, we can help with any and all of your handyman needs. Don't spend your weekend or off time checking off the hunnydo list, let us provide our professional services so you can spend time with the family, catch the game or whatever else it is that brings you joy. Get in touch today!

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+4

Response time20 mins
Response rate91%
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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

The proper height for a stair riser or deck step is between four and seven inches, with seven inches often considered the most comfortable. Building your stairs to this height ensures a strain-free step position and minimizes the risk of trip and fall injuries. For optimal safety and comfort, especially on deck stairs, a rise of around seven inches should be paired with a tread depth (or run) of at least 10 to 12 inches. While it is possible to design stairs with risers up to 12 inches, this height can be challenging for children, pets, or individuals with mobility issues. Always check with your local building codes, as they may mandate specific dimensions that differ from these general recommendations.

Pressure-treated decks last 15 to 20 years on average, but with proper maintenance, you could get 40 to 50 years of value from yours. Reseal your deck every one to two years, and replace old or rotted wood as soon as possible to avoid structural damage. Where you live plays a role in the lifespan of your deck. Intense sunlight, rainfall, wind, and hail can reduce the deck’s lifespan.

A deck that isn’t attached to a house is called a floating or freestanding deck. These standalone decks are built near ground level, so they usually don’t need deck stairs. Some don’t even require permits. Generally speaking, building a floating deck is faster and more DIY-friendly than constructing one that’s connected to your home.

Deck stairs should have at least three stringers rather than two. The recommended minimum width for stairs is 36 inches, and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors recommends at least three cut stringers to provide sufficient support on wood decking stairs of this width. Generally, stringers should be a maximum of 16 inches apart for wood decking and 12 inches apart for more flexible composite decking.

Unless you’re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to apply a coat of primer ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you’ll often need fewer coats of paint. 

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